1867 Six Hundred Receipts by John Marquart

600 MISCELLANEOUS VALUABLE RECEIPTS.

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brow, and the distended vessels of the eye itself. It is to be remembered that in treating an inflam- mation of this important organ we should proceed precisely as if treating a human being k\bouring under the same complaint, and keep the animal ou short allowance, prevent costive ness, keep the stable cool and dark. Soreness or weakness of the eyes is cured by bleeding from the neck and using the following eye-water : lit To 1 quart water put 3 drachms sugar of lead, 'and 2 drachms white vitriol. When dissolved, let it settle, and pour oiF the clear liquor for use. A drop may be put into each eye, 3 times a day, with a feather. No. 393. Film, or Cataract. There is no remedy for this but an experienced farrier. There are a variety of washes, etc., recom- mended by various authors, but they are useless. No. 392. IJi/e- Water, JS'o. 1.

No. 394.

Farcy.

This disease commences in small, hard knots, which soon become soft and ulcerous, generally situated on the veins and extending upwards. It is a contagious disorder, and not unfrequently ends in the glanders.